I AM SALLY RIDE (Ordinary People Change the World), by Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos, Rocky Pond Books, Feb. 18, 2025, Hardcover, $16.99 (ages 5-9)
Learn the story of the first American woman to fly to space in I am Sally Ride, the 35th hero in the Ordinary People Change the World series by Brad Meltzer and Christopher Eliopoulos.
From childhood, Sally Ride was a daring adventurer, and her parents encouraged her to pursue the things she loved. Those things included science and math, fast rides, and the stars in the sky. Eventually her passions and her hard work led her to NASA, where she became the country’s first female astronaut, inspiring generations of young people to follow their own dreams of space exploration. —Synopsis provided by Rocky Pond Books
If you’ve got little kids, then you’ve most likely seen the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. This biography book series is what inspired that show. And now, kids can learn about Sally Ride in a fun book that includes a timeline of key events; photos; comic-book-style illustrations; influential childhood moments; and Sally Ride’s belief that there’s no limit to what you can achieve.
I am Sally Ride is told in Sally’s voice. It’s a conversational tone that matches the energy found in the book’s illustrations. It’s so inviting. Even my kid, who is too old for this series, wants to add the book to her library. It’s an excellent option for boys and girls alike. You can visit the series website for more information on all the people featured.
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